West Cork Chamber Music Festival: Ukrainian violinist Diana Tishchenko on the importance of music

The upcoming festival in Bantry again draws an array of world-class musicians
Diana Tishchenko. Picture: Anastasia Vodchenko

Diana Tishchenko. Picture: Anastasia Vodchenko

The path towards becoming a professional musician is one that requires total commitment and dedication from an early age, something violinist Diana Tishchenko knows all too well. 

She was five when she started playing her chosen instrument and says that pursuing a career as a violinist felt “pre-destined”. Her innate gift was recognised immediately by her aunt, who was also a violinist.

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